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FP51 EVR

2001 BMW Alpina

Gold Petrol 3300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

95,259 mi
Last recorded95,259 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW Alpina88,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 EVR
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,300cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015 95,259 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 92,028 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 88,511 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 85,899 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 85,377 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 85,199 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 85,199 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 84,999 miles

2 front tyres uneven wear on inner shoulders

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 22 Jul 2009 84,997 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

2 front tyres uneven wear on inner shoulders

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 1 May 2007 75,671 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 May 2007 75,671 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Alpina?

Based on 29,169 MOT tests across 2,395 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
4,292
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
2,395
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 568
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 270
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 269
Brake pipe excessively corroded 254
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 226
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FP51 EVR is a 2001 BMW Alpina in Gold with a 3,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 88,484 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW Alpina fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 568 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP51 EVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Alpina typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this BMW Alpina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FP51 EVR?

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What year was FP51 EVR registered?

FP51 EVR is a 2001 BMW Alpina, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is FP51 EVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP51 EVR shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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